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Rodeo has provided a stage for Native Americans, many of whom had nomadic lifestyles before the U.S. established reservations, to hone their skills and deepen their relationship with horses.

By Felicia Fonseca, Associated Press January 2, 2024
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WASHINGTON — When Adrian Herder saw the plans for proposed hydropower project on the Navajo Nation’s Black Mesa, he was shocked by the “outrageous” 450,000 acre-feet of water the project would reportedly use.

By Renee Romo, Cronkite News January 2, 2024
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FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren made a surprise visit to the Salina Bookshelf bookstore Dec. 18 to browse through its wide collection of books.

December 26, 2023
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When the snows come to the mountains of Colorado, it’s good news for skiers but also the first step to recharging the Colorado River.

By Alex Hager, KUNC December 26, 2023
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On May 16, as cameras flashed and tribal leaders looked on, Arizona’s governor and attorney general announced a statewide crackdown on behavioral health providers suspected of defrauding the state’s Medicaid program out of hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars.

By Hannah Bassett and Maria Polletta, Arizona Center for Investigative Reporting December 26, 2023
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Finding the children who live in the village of Supai — nestled at the bottom of the Grand Canyon — has not always been an easy task for Santa, but this year, with the assistance of a talented pilot, Santa was able to leave his sleigh behind and make a grand entrance via helicopter to visit the children.

By Loretta James, Williams-Grand Canyon News December 23, 2023
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Students from Tse Hootsooi Dine Bi’olta of Fort Defiance stop by the Navajo Nation Office of the President and Vice President to sing Keshmish carols Dec. 13.

December 19, 2023
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Window Rock residents celebrate Christmas with a tree lighting and parade Dec. 16.

December 19, 2023
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NEW YORK — Polo Ralph Lauren announced that Naiomi Glasses will be the inaugural collection of the company’s artist in residence program, which invites artisans working with a variety of skillsets and mediums to participate in an immersive collaboration with Ralph Lauren’s creative teams.

December 19, 2023
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The City of Winslow Recreation Center staff hosts the 16th Annual Santa meet and greet at the train depot on First Street in Winslow Dec. 14.

December 19, 2023
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GALLUP, N.M. — Many Navajo jewelers come from five or even six generations of artisans, however, Lyndon Tsosie became a first-generation silversmith because he desperately needed a job.

By Alexandra Wittenberg, Navajo-Hopi Observer December 19, 2023
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Some days he wears ribbon shirts, some days he wears ribbon skirts. But no matter the day, he ‘slays.’

By Alexandra Wittenberg, Navajo-Hopi Observer December 12, 2023
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Janna and James Kruse donated their Honda Element to aid in the nonprofit’s efforts.

December 12, 2023
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Beclabito Baptist Church hosted a bike exchange Nov. 12.

December 12, 2023
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Bringing artificial intelligence to the reservation
Christopher Richardson and Ava Tien bring Aiyana, the Navajo Flower, to life through AI

So far there are five one-minute Aiyana episodes on Youtube, and there will be 20 when the series is complete. Though he uses AI, there are hours of manpower behind the creations.

By Alexandra Wittenberg, Navajo-Hopi Observer December 12, 2023

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